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The Gigabyte Aorus 15 offers a higher screen resolution and a more recent main processor than the Aorus 17G, potentially providing better performance for general use and more intensive tasks like 3D rendering or engineering software. On the other hand, the Aorus 17G has a larger screen size and a significantly higher max refresh rate which might be advantageous for gaming, although it comes with an older processor and lower screen resolution. Both have similar battery life, but the Aorus 15 is slightly lighter, adding to its portability. The Aorus 17G tends to be more expensive but includes features like a higher quality keyboard. Choose the 15 if you want newer tech and a crisper display at the cost of a smaller screen and possibly lower gaming performance, or the 17G if you prefer a bigger screen and higher refresh rate for gaming, at a higher price and with slightly older core specs. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gigabyte Aorus 15
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Very good for content creation
- Very good speakers
Advantages of the Gigabyte Aorus 17G
- Excellent keyboard
Key differences
Engineering and Design
8.4
7.8
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
8.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Gigabyte Aorus 15 is very good for engineering and design, while the Gigabyte Aorus 17G is good.
The Gigabyte Aorus 15 is very good for engineering and design due to its powerful CPU, the Intel i7-12700H, plentiful RAM, advanced Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti GPU, and high screen resolution that enhances visual clarity. The Aorus 17G is also capable with a strong Intel i7-11800H CPU and Nvidia RTX 3070 GPU, but its lower screen resolution makes it less ideal for detail-oriented work, despite its larger screen size.
Content Creation
8.0
7.5
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Gigabyte Aorus 15 is very good for content creation, while the Gigabyte Aorus 17G is good.
PerfectRec’s Content Creation Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for photo editing, video editing and other content creation tasks.
Screen Quality
8.0
8.0
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
300Hz
316.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
282.0 nits
The Gigabyte Aorus 15 has a better screen than the Gigabyte Aorus 17G for general use, engineering and design, software development, and content creation, while the Gigabyte Aorus 17G has a better screen for gaming and AI.
When considering general use, the Aorus 15 excels with a panel that offers vivid colors and clarity at common viewing conditions, while the Aorus 17G also provides a satisfactory visual experience though not as striking as the 15-inch model. For engineering and design tasks, both models cover a broad spectrum of colors, ensuring that designs are rendered accurately, but the Aorus 15 may have a slight edge in color fidelity. However, for gaming and 3D applications, the lower refresh rates on both screens could lead to less smooth visuals, which might detract from fast-paced and graphically intense experiences.
Portability
Fair
Fair
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
5.2 lbs
WEIGHT
5.9 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The Gigabyte Aorus 15 and Gigabyte Aorus 17G both have only fair portability, though the Gigabyte Aorus 15 has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,500
$2,329
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
The Gigabyte Aorus 15 has a price of $1,500 and the Gigabyte Aorus 17G costs $2,329.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.9
7.5
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
316.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
282.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
6.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.0/10
The Gigabyte Aorus 15 and Gigabyte Aorus 17G are both good for general use.
The Gigabyte Aorus 15 is equipped with a potent i7 processor and ample RAM, making it suitable for a wide range of tasks, and its higher resolution display offers better screen quality. In comparison, while the Gigabyte Aorus 17G features a slightly less powerful i7 processor and a lower resolution screen, its larger size may offer a more immersive experience but at the cost of reduced portability; both laptops offer similar battery life and sufficient storage for general use.
Gaming and AI
8.0
7.5
8.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.6/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
300Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.7/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Gigabyte Aorus 15 to be very good for gaming and AI, while the Gigabyte Aorus 17G is good.
The Gigabyte Aorus 15's higher-resolution screen and powerful Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti GPU make it very good for gaming and 3D applications, providing smooth and detailed visuals, especially with its high refresh rate. On the other hand, the Gigabyte Aorus 17G, with its Nvidia RTX 3070 GPU and the highest possible screen refresh rate, also offers excellent performance for gaming and 3D tasks, though its lower resolution may not be as sharp as its counterpart.
Software Development
7.6
7.2
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Gigabyte Aorus 15 and Gigabyte Aorus 17G are both good for software development.
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software developers.
Battery
6.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Gigabyte Aorus 15 has 6 hours of battery life. The Gigabyte Aorus 17G has 6 hours of battery life.
Battery life estimate is based on a mix of common use patterns. More portable and higher performing laptops tend to have less battery life.
Build Quality
7.4
7.4
The Gigabyte Aorus 15 and Gigabyte Aorus 17G both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the Gigabyte Aorus 15 and the Gigabyte Aorus 17G compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Gigabyte Aorus 15 | Gigabyte Aorus 17G |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,500 | $2,329 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | April 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.2'' x 9.6'' x 1.02'' | 15.9'' x 10.8'' x 1'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.29 lbs | 5.95 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.2" | 15.9" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.6" | 10.8" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-12700H | Intel i7-11800H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 99 Wh | 99 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 17.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1440 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | 300Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 316 nits | 282 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.8/10 | 6.1/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.5/10 | 6.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 9/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 1 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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Sascha Mölck | December 2022
"The Gigabyte Aorus 15 is a power-hungry gaming beast. The Aorus 15 is designed to run games at QHD and high to max settings. But it also cuts a good figure in other demanding applications such as video editing and rendering. This is made possible by the Core i7 12700H and GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Laptop inside the machine. A lightning-fast PCIe 4.0 SSD (1 TB) allows for short loading times."
Gigabyte Aorus 17G
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Sascha Mölck | June 2021
"The Aorus 17G isn't among the top RTX 3080 laptops due to its relatively low TGP of 105 watts. The device's gaming performance is average for an RTX 3080. For maximum performance, competitors like the Lenovo Legion 7 or the Alienware m17 R4 are recommended With the Aorus 17G, Gigabyte delivers a well-rounded gaming laptop. However, the device generates a high noise level. Throttling is not an issue. The CPU and GPU can develop their performance uniformly. Nevertheless, the device produces a lot of noise under load - more than many competitors."
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About Gigabyte
Gigabyte is a Taiwanese computer hardware manufacturer. While Gigabyte mainly focuses its business on desktop hardware, Gigabyte is known for its value-oriented G series laptops, thin and light Aero series, and performance-oriented Aorus series. Gigabyte laptops offer a strong value proposition to compete with mainstream alternatives.
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